Our Team

Barry Berlin

Barry Berlin, CFA, has advised The Kendeda Fund since its founding in 1993. He serves as the advisor for The Kendeda Fund’s investments, and facilitates other projects and solutions as needed.

As a Managing Director with CIBC Private Wealth, Barry has more than 41 years of experience assisting high net worth families and their related interests. He works directly with clients to develop and implement customized investment and wealth management strategies, including charitable giving and philanthropy. Barry’s team manages numerous foundation and endowment portfolios.

Barry is an active member of Atlanta’s civic community. He previously served as a trustee for the Woodruff Arts Center’s Governing Board and as chairman of the Center’s Investment Committee. Current duties include similar roles with the Paideia School, Jewish Home Life Communities, WABA/WPBA, and Congregation Shearith Israel. Barry is also a trustee for the southeast regional chapter of the Anti-Defamation League.

He earned a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Virginia. Barry was a three-time Jeopardy champion in 1998, and lives in Atlanta with his wife and two children.

How do you unwind or recharge your batteries?

Beyond spending time with my family, I enjoy the outdoors. Activities include hiking, biking, golf, and any sport my children want me to play…except those that require me to fall down. Also, visiting Kendeda projects provides extraordinary satisfaction.